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Shari, it's not courage...it is just the TRUTH. It surrounds all of us, and if we don't stand up for change our country will be diminished. We are a beacon to the world, however, once WE are no longer the majority what will happen? I shudder to think. I lived in the Middle East. I've travelled everywhere. I understand. The people who don't understand are SHEEP. And, the sheep can be led over a cliff. I pray we don't get to that point. Every single person I have spoken to in Houston feels the same way, except for one woman who is from another country! And, their being allowed to vote because some ACLU people have decreed that IF they sign an affidavit they can vote! Why? I have to prove who I am every time I go to the polls.But, maybe us Texans just think differently !! Cheers to you for commenting.

And how did we get the concept, "no borders; no country". We have been to Europe over the last 40+ years. There are no borders between Portugal and Spain any more. It's actually like traveling from Ohio to Pennyslvania. Yet there is NO DOUBT you are in a different country when you make that trip. Two countries, no border. Just like France and Germany, Italy and France, you name it. So, not so sure that if you have no borders, you do not have a country.

Thank you for writing those strong words. I agree with every word you wrote. It is horrible what is happening to our state, our country and us. There is only one way of stopping this and even if you don't like the candidate, one person will stop it and the other will encourage it. I know who I am voting for.....

Audrey, so wonderful to hear from you !!!I am praying, on my knees, in my car, walking along in the grocery store. I'm praying that our fellow citizens will heed to need to turn the tide. Beautifully stated !!

I pray that America makes the right choice, it may not be seen as politically correct but it must be right for America. I have watched my country sinking over the past few years under the weight of global migration. We have people arriving with no regard for our way of life or our laws, we have a health and benefit system under increasing strain and the EU informing us that we must accept these people regardless. Yes I am a very cranky Brit and yes I voted for Brexit. I pray that the UK regains control of its borders and shows strength in the hard times ahead of us. I pray that America stands together now before it is too late.

They have to put a lid on it now. My Grandmother spoke Gaelicand had no govt. help. She learned English and worked. Why do they let sick people in. They have to get their own ins. just like us.We should not change our language. They have to change not us. As far as Muslims, fine. NO BURKA"S PLEASE The Veil is fine and a pretty long dressbut covering your face (mask) it's not for religious reasons it's to intimate.

When I was growing up my father used to encourage my 2 younger brothers, me & my mother to discuss civic affairs. Sometimes he would play the devil's advocate, therefore, forcing us into arguing our position, or changing our minds. I actually listen & learn as much as I can to this day. Maybe that's why I'm invited to dinner parties as the hostesses know I can make conversation about anything without offending anyone. I'm not trying to change anyone's mind (I wish I could !!), I'm just putting my opinion out there for all of you to read. Thank you for visiting, and for making this sweet point. xx's

As an Australian watching from afar, what you write makes sense to me Marsha.After all, we do not invite just anyone into our homes, so as to protect our family.The same goes for a country.Love the American people. so generous some of the world is jealous of you because you are so amazing!.Summer.

I could not agree with you more. I am so very sorry for all of these refugee's but I think the better plan is to help them live safely in their own country. Most of these people do not want to come to America, they want to be with their families and in their own way of life.

The ones that do want to come here must acclimate to our way of life, we should not have to change our way of life. Frankly if you are a person that lives by sharia law then maybe our country is not for you because our two styles of life are night and day apart from one another.

Anyway, thanks for being honest and sharing your thoughts. It is rare to see someone stand by their convictions because in the age of social media people who disagree with you get a little crazy.

Hello Marsha, thank you for reposting, I am not sure how I missed it the first time before our national presidential election. I certainly would have replied in total agreement with your sentiments and ideology. I am a child of the 50's and 60's. It was a very bucolic time to grow up. The Eisenhower years, hula hoops, transistor radios, Elvis, The Beatles,drive in movies, carhops but most of all, no terrorism on our shores. We lost our naiveté over the years, "The Bay of Pigs", "duck and cover" during the Cold War, fighting against Communism in Viet Nam (personally losing many beautiful young men I grew up with and dated), and the biggest wake up call....9/11/01. I too am a multi generation American, with Scottish, English, French, German and Irish heritage. I am a true American Mutt and proud of it. My ancestors came here with nothing, but they came here with permission and followed protocol to citizenship!!! They adopted the American way and were thrilled and happy to be able to. They started businesses and contributed to their communities, grew their families and voted with the knowledge it is an American right to choose it's leaders. I will be forever thankful I was born here and welcome all others who come here with permission and follow protocol to citizenship.

Marsha I agree 💯 percent. I live in Seattle where our mayor said Seattle will be a sanctuary city so all illegals are welcomeThat means we lose close to $100 M in federal funding so we locals pick up even more taxesWe're considering moving to AZ or TXWe loved living in both states Thanks for your comments todayKris in Seattle

Please know how much I value your comments. I read every single one and do hope you will take the time to leave your thoughts. I think InstaGram with the Emojis have taken a lot away from blogging, but I love IG too.